Middle School Principal

Position Type:Administration/PrincipalDate Posted:5/4/2026Location:Clinton Township Middle SchoolDate Available:7/1/26Closing Date:05/15/20262026-2027 Administrative OpeningMiddle School PrincipalClinton Township Middle SchoolClinton Township School District seeks a dynamic, student-centered Middle School Principal serving grades 6-8 to provide school-wide leadership; establishing an instructional vision focused on improving student achievement, monitoring and supervising instruction; supporting teachers in improving instructional practice, and ability to ensure the effective operation of the school through supporting staff and student.QUALIFICATIONS:Valid NJ Principal Certificate or eligibilityMinimum experience as determined by the boardDemonstrates leadership skills in the areas of curriculum development, program & staff evaluation, staff development, budgeting, academic growth, school improvement, and technologyStrong interpersonal and communication skillsRequired criminal history background check and proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien statusPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:Instructional Leadership and School ManagementAssumes responsibility for the operation and management of the school in accordance with law, administrative code, board policies and regulations.Exercises leadership in school-level planning for improvement of instruction aligned with goals and measurable student outcomesEstablishes and maintains a school climate that promotes high expectations, student engagement, and a culture for learning.Uses multiple data sources to guide decision making and continuous school improvementMaintains consistent communication with the superintendent regarding school operations, progress, and needs.Curriculum and Instruction, and AssessmentOversees the implementation of district curriculum and ensures alignment with state standards.Monitors delivery of the instruction to ensure rigor, engagement, and differentiation for all learnersParticipates in the development, evaluation and revision of curriculum and assumes responsibility for the implementation of approved programs, inclusive of the integration of technology.Oversees and/or supervises all curricular and extracurricular activities to ensure they support student development.Staff Supervision Evaluation, and DevelopmentInterviews, recommends for appointment, assigns, supervises and evaluates the performance of all school employees (teachers, support staff) and assists them in achievement of their job goals.Conducts observations and evaluations of teaching staff member(s); prepares written comments; and offers constructive suggestions for implementation, when appropriate.Provides timely, specific feedback to improve professional practice and student outcomes.Facilitates professional learning aligned to school and district priorities.Conducts faculty meetings and fosters a collaborative professional cultureOperations, Safety, and Resource ManagementPrepares and submits the school's budget requests, in line with district priorities, and monitors the expenditure of funds.Establishes and maintains an efficient office system to support the administrative functions of the school.Ensures the safekeeping of student and personnel files and other confidential records and documents; along with the destruction of public records in accordance with law and regulations.Reports incidents of violence, vandalism and substance abuse. Works cooperatively with law enforcement authorities in maintaining a safe and drug-free school environment. Ensures the removal of students in possession of verified weapons from the general education program and provides notification as required by law and administrative code.Prepares or supervises the preparation of all reports, records and other paperwork, required or appropriate to the school's administrationDevelops and maintains a master schedule for the academic, extracurricular programs and works cooperatively with the business office to schedule community use of the school building and grounds.Ensures the proper collection, safekeeping and accounting of student activity funds.Plans, schedules and supervises fire and other emergency drills as required by law and board policy.Creates a Building Emergency Response Team and other required safety teams and runs monthly meetings regarding school safetyCollaborates with the School Resource Officer regarding school safetySchool Climate and Community EngagementPromotes a positive school culture through visible, consistent engagement with students and staff.Greets students in a friendly and dependable manner during their morning arrival whenever possible, supervises dismissal, and interacts regularly and appropriately with students during the dayEstablishes and maintains high standards of student conduct in accordance with board policy.Supervises and supports intervention and referral processes for students in need of additional support.Serves as a liaison between the school, families, and the community.Attends special events held to recognize student achievement and other school-sponsored activitiesand functions,Communicates effectively with parents/guardians regarding school programs, expectations, areas of need, code of conduct and student progress regularly and through conferencesPolicy Implementation and Legal ComplianceStay familiar with the policy manual as adopted and updated by the school board, implements the policies and reports to the board via the Superintendent on policies that may need modificationsEnsures compliance with all applicable laws, codes, and mandated reporting requirements.Oversees required investigations and reporting procedures (e.g., HIB, student safety matters) in accordance with law.OtherAssumes responsibility for his/her continuing professional growth and development by attendance at professional meetings, memberships in professional organizations, and reading professional journals and other publications.Performs other duties, which may be assigned or required by law, code, regulation or board policy.Compensation & BenefitsSalary commensurate with experience (salary range: $110,000 - $155,000), along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and prescription coverage, as well as sick, personal, and vacation leave in accordance with NJ regulations.Union Affiliation: CTAAAttachment(s):Principal Job Description 4.27.26.pdf